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Federated Farmers Podcast

Federated Farmers of NZ
Federated Farmers
New Zealand
Dairy Farming
Mental Health
Interest Rates
Agriculture
New Zealand Arable Industry
Ravensdown
Supply Chain
Farmstrong
Equity Partnership
Leadership
Wilding Pines
National Farmers Union
Micro Abattoir
New Zealand Wool Industry
Silver Fern Farms
Fonterra
Succession Planning
Fertiliser

The Federated Farmers Podcast is your weekly guide to the issues affecting rural New Zealand. Join us as we unpack the policies, challenges and big ideas shaping life on farm. With frank conversations from farmers, advocates and experts, we break down what matters and why, so you can stay informed, prepared and heard. Hosted by Ben Chapman-Smith, Federated Farmers' communications manager, who grew... more

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Latest Episodes

What do farmers need from the next government? Federated Farmers president Wayne Langford joins us to walk through the organisation's newly released election platform, a five-point plan to double farm productivity, cut costs, improve environmental ou... more

How do you separate solar facts from sales hype? Mike Casey from Rewiring Aotearoa joins us to discuss not only the significant opportunities solar energy presents for farmers, but also how to make sure you're getting the right system.

With more far... more

Kerry Harmer and her husband Paul have recently won top environmental awards for their high-country stewardship work, while simultaneously fighting a $150,000 (so far) battle for consent to keep farming.

In this episode, the new Mid Canterbury Feder... more

Neat Meat founder Simon Eriksen reflects on 25 years of building one of New Zealand’s best-known premium meat businesses, from running deliveries out of a 1986 Subaru Legacy to supplying supermarkets, restaurants and My Food Bag.

Simon shares how Ne... more

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Kerry Harmer
New president of Mid Canterbury Federated Farmers
Federated Farmers Mid Canterbury
Episode: Kerry Harmer’s fight for consent while winning awards | EP 89
Simon Eriksen
Founder and owner of Neat Meat; Harmony brand and SpeckleBeef program
Neat Meat
Episode: Neat Meat’s Simon Eriksen doesn’t mince his words | EP 88
Riley O'Neill
Contract milker in Manawatū, sits on Federated Farmers leadership team
Federated Farmers
Episode: Five tips for new contract milkers | EP 87
Shanice Young
Leader in Te Puke Young Farmers, Surfing For Farmers convener, Rural Support Trust advocate
Te Puke Young Farmers, Surfing For Farmers, Rural Support Trust
Episode: Meet the farmer: Shanice Young’s rise from city kid to rural leader | EP 86
Jacob Siermans
Project manager of operations and marketing at Te Arawhata, the New Zealand Liberation Museum
Te Arawhata / New Zealand Liberation Museum
Episode: When farmers became heroes — the liberation of Le Quesnoy | EP 85
Michael Raynes
Forsyth Barr Investment Advisor
Forsyth Barr
Episode: Five investment moves for your Fonterra windfall | EP 83
Jo Luxton
Labour's agriculture spokesperson
Labour Party
Episode: Jo Luxton on life, politics and earning farmers’ trust | EP 82
Dan Boulton
Chief Executive, Silver Fern Farms
Silver Fern Farms
Episode: Red meat recovery or short-term bounce? | EP 81
Chris Gourley
CEO of Fern Energy
Fern Energy
Episode: Is our fuel running out? | EP 80

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Ben Chapman-Smith
Host of the Federated Farmers Podcast (Federated Farmers).

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Jim Ward and Simon Cameron — bringing grazing back to crown land | EP 62
Q: So Jim, are there any specific land parcels or areas where you can see immediate opportunities for grazing licences or partnerships with DOC?
St James and Birchwood are key opportunities where targeted summer grazing with small flocks or mobs could temporarily manage rank feed and gradually restore biodiversity, paving the way for broader use over time.
Jim Ward and Simon Cameron — bringing grazing back to crown land | EP 62
Q: Describe for us, what are the main barriers that are preventing that from happening, from us getting more low impact grazing back on conservation land administered by DOC?
Barriers include public perception of grazing as universally harmful, bureaucratic roadblocks in permissions processes, and a lack of legislative clarity; education and dialogue with decision-makers are essential to align policy with ecological and economic benefits.
Back on the front foot – driving farming forward with Wayne Langford | EP 67
Q: What personal goals do you have for 2026?
Langford mentions personal travel with family, possibly merging social media outreach to share experiences, and continuing efforts to push for policy wins and stronger advocacy while remaining active on the farm.
Back on the front foot – driving farming forward with Wayne Langford | EP 67
Q: What have been the biggest wins for farmers in 2025?
Wins include rolling over consents under the RMA, progress on banking inquiries to reduce interest burdens, and emissions pricing settings seen as favorable; the federation also strengthened relationships with government.
Back on the front foot – driving farming forward with Wayne Langford | EP 67
Q: What is the hardest decision you've faced since becoming president?
He cites structural governance changes, the ongoing CEO search, and navigating sensitive advocacy issues like Te Mana or Te Wai, emphasizing the human impact and practical farming perspective behind decisions.

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This show centers on rural life, policy, and business within New Zealand agriculture, featuring conversations with farmers, industry leaders, and policy voices. Across recent episodes, themes include regulatory challenges, farm leadership, supply chain dynamics, branding and storytelling in farming, succession planning, and practical on-farm tips. Notable strengths include candid discussions around environmental policy, farm economics, mental health, and regional farming stories, often framed through Federated Farmers' perspectives. The format tends to blend personal journeys with actionable takeaways for planning, governance, and strategy, making it useful for listeners who want both context on policy shifts and real-world farming insights... more

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Recent guests on Federated Farmers Podcast include:

1. Kerry Harmer
2. Simon Eriksen
3. Riley O'Neill
4. Shanice Young
5. Jacob Siermans
6. Michael Raynes
7. Jo Luxton
8. Dan Boulton

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